2002 Peugeot 307 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 144 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 307 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 307 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
